Senior Litigation Paralegal

Onlylaw; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Onlylaw in London seeks a Litigation Paralegal with 2–3 years in civil litigation to join a growing team. You will support fee earners, manage caseloads, draft court documents, and prepare court bundles.

The role involves handling proceedings and liaising with clients, counsel, and courts, under supervision, to ensure high-quality outcomes. The position offers a clear progression path, a collaborative environment, and the chance to work on high-quality civil litigation matters within a thriving

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of civil litigation experience required.
• Strong knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR) is essential.
• Experience drafting pleadings, witness statements, applications, and correspondence.

Responsibilities

• Assist fee earners with management of civil litigation matters from inception to conclusion.
• Manage own caseload where appropriate.
• Draft pleadings, witness statements, applications, and legal correspondence.
• Prepare court bundles and disclosure documents.
• Issue proceedings and file documents with the courts.
• Draft costs schedules where required.
• Liaise with clients, counsel, barristers, and the courts.
• Advise clients on litigation procedures and risks under supervision.
• Deliver exceptional client care throughout the process.
• Meet agreed performance and file progression targets.

Skills

Civil litigation experience

CPR knowledge

Drafting court documents

Issue proceedings

Client liaison

Organisational skills

Job description

Salary: Up to £35,000 + Performance Bonus (OTE up to £45,000)

About the Role

We are currently seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join our expanding litigation team. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a thriving and growing law firm, working on high-quality civil litigation matters. The firm offers excellent career progression opportunities together with an attractive performance-based bonus scheme.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist fee earners with the management of civil litigation matters from inception through to conclusion.
• Manage your own caseload where appropriate.
• Draft pleadings, witness statements, applications, and legal correspondence.
• Prepare court bundles and disclosure documents.
• Issue proceedings and file documents with the courts.
• Draft costs schedules where required.
• Liaise with clients, counsel, barristers, and the courts.
• Advise clients on litigation procedures and risks under supervision.
• Deliver exceptional client care throughout the litigation process.
• Meet agreed performance and file progression targets.

Requirements

• Minimum 2–3 years' experience in civil litigation.
• Strong knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR).
• Experience drafting court documents and legal correspondence.
• Ability to issue proceedings independently.
• Understanding of litigation costs and associated risks.
• Commercially aware with a pragmatic approach to case management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple files effectively.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of up to £35,000.
• Performance-related bonus with OTE up to £45,000.
• Opportunity to work on high-quality litigation matters.
• Career progression within a growing and supportive law firm.
• Collaborative and professional working environment.